Jester Hairston is a Actor American born on 9 july 1901 at Belews Creek (USA)
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Birth name Jester Joseph HairstonNationality USABirth 9 july 1901 at Belews Creek (
USA)
Death 18 january 2000 (at 98 years) at Los Angeles (
USA)
Jester Joseph Hairston (July 9, 1901 – January 18, 2000) was an American composer, songwriter, arranger, choral conductor, and actor. He was regarded as a leading expert on Negro spirituals and choral music. His notable compositions include "Amen," a gospel-tinged theme from the film Lilies of the Field and a 1963 hit for The Impressions, and the Christmas song "Mary's Boy Child".
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